2 Port PCI Express SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Card
PEXUSB3S2
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Manual Revision: 10/25/2011
Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Packaging Contents ................................................................................................................................. 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Hardware Installation .............................................................................................................................. 2
Driver Installation...................................................................................................................................... 3
Verifying Installation................................................................................................................................ 4
Specifications..........................................................................................5
Technical Support ..................................................................................6
Warranty Information............................................................................6
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Introduction
10x faster than that of USB 2.0, this SuperSpeed USB 3.0 adapter card enables you to
access your data and transfer files much faster than USB 2.0! The new USB 3.0 standard
supports transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, while still providing connectivity and support
for the older USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) and 1.1 (12 Mbps) devices. In addition to providing a
much faster transfer rate the PEXUSB3S2 USB 3.0 card also supplies 900 mA of power
per USB port, allowing for more external devices to operate without the need of an
external power source.
Packaging Contents
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1 x PCI Express USB 3.0 card
1 x LP4 Molex to SATA Adapter
1 x Low Profile bracket
1 x Driver CD
1 x Instruction Manual
System Requirements
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PCI Express enabled computer system and available slot
Microsoft® Windows® XP/ Server 2003/ Vista / Server 2008 R2/ 7(32/64-bit)
LP4 molex
connector
USB 3.0 type A
ports
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Installation
WARNING! PCI Express cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely
damaged by static electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before
opening your computer case or touching your PCI Express card. StarTech.com
recommends that you wear an anti-static strap when installing any computer
component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge yourself of any
static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface (such
as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the PCI
Express card by its edges and not the gold connectors.
Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer off and any peripherals connected to the computer (i.e.
printers, external hard drives, etc.). Unplug the power cable from the rear of the
power supply on the back of the computer.
2. Remove the cover from the computer case. See documentation for your computer
system for details.
3. Locate an open PCI Express slot and remove the metal cover plate on the rear of the
computer case. Note that this card will work in PCI Express slots of additional lanes
(i.e. x4, x8 or x16 slots).
NOTE: If installing the card into a small form factor/low profile system, replacing the
pre-installed full profile bracket with the included low profile installation bracket may
be necessary.
4. Insert the card into the open PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the rear of
the case, per your computer’s documentation.
5. OPTIONAL: Connect an LP4 molex power connector from the computer’s power
supply to the LP4 connector on the card. This is only required if using the ports
with bus-powered USB devices (no external power adapter) or if experiencing
connectivity issues.
6. Place the cover back onto the computer case.
7. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply and reconnect all other
connectors removed in Step 1.
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Driver Installation
Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/7
1. Once the computer has started and the operating system is fully loaded, insert the
provided Driver CD into the computer’s CD/DVD drive.
2. Autorun should give you the option to browse the files on the CD or automatically
open the CD.
3. If Autorun does not start, Go into “My Computer”and access the CD/DVD drive that
the CD is in.
4. Run the “setup.exe”file located in “PCIe USB 3.0 2Port Card (PEXUSB3S2)”. Follow the
on screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
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Verifying Installation
Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista/7
From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer”(“Computer”in Vista/7), then
select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager
from the left window panel.
In the Device Manager, under the Universal Serial Bus Controllers category, you should
see the new entries for the USB 3.0 controller card.
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Specifications
Number of Ports
2
PCI Express 2.0
(x1 slot connector)
Host Interface
Form Factor
Full/Low Profile
NEC uPD720200
Chipset ID
External Connectors
Internal Connectors
2 x USB 3.0 type A female
1 x LP4 Molex power male
USB 3.0 rev. 1.0
Standards
Intel xHCI rev. 0.95
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
USB 3.0: 5 Gbps
0°C ~ 50°C (32°F ~ 122°F)
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
0% ~ 80% RH
Windows XP/ Server 2003/ Vista/
Server 2008 R2/ 7 (32/64-bit)
Compatible Operating Systems
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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